Dhaka, Dec. 4 -- The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has imposed a ban on all forms of public gatherings in key areas of the capital, including the Bangladesh Secretariat and Jamuna, the official residence of the Chief Adviser, effective from Saturday.

The restriction has been enforced under the Section 29 of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police Ordinance, 1976, citing the need to maintain public order and safety of the Chief Adviser, said a public notice issued by DMP Commissioner Sheikh Md Sazzat Ali.

According to the notice, all types of meetings, assemblies, processions, human chains, sit-ins, and similar activities are strictly prohibited in and around the Bangladesh Secretariat and Jamuna.

The areas under the restriction included Hotel ...